Manchester United Honors Late Sir Bobby Charlton With Tribute During Champions League Match Against FC Copenhagen

Emotional pre-match tribute included a wreath laid in the center of the Old Trafford pitch by United manager Erik ten Hag, a minute's silence, black armbands worn by players, and a crowd rendition of "There's only one Bobby Charlton."

An emotional tribute took place at Old Trafford prior to Manchester United's Champions League match against FC Copenhagen to honor the late Sir Bobby Charlton. The tribute included a wreath laid at the center of the pitch by United manager Erik ten Hag, a minute's silence, players wearing black armbands, and the crowd singing 'There's only one Bobby Charlton.'
Charlton, who passed away at the age of 86, was a key figure in England's 1966 World Cup-winning team and made 758 appearances for United, scoring 249 goals. He was considered one of Manchester United's greatest players.
Charlton's former teammate Alex Stepney and Under 19s team captain Dan Gore accompanied Ten Hag in the pre-match tribute. Fans and supporters also paid their respects by laying floral tributes at the Trinity Statue of Charlton, George Best, and Denis Law.
Charlton, also a survivor of the tragic 1958 Munich air disaster, was hailed as a hero, leader, and giant by Ten Hag. Fans remembered Charlton, chanting 'There's only one Bobby Charlton!' during the tribute.
The tribute also included a wreath placed at Charlton's usual seat in the directors' box and the words 'Sir Bobby Charlton, 1937-2023, Forever Loved' added over Old Trafford's main entrance.